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The Champion Sports Parent with John O'Sullivan and Dr. Jerry Lynch

Youth sports are more than just games—they foster personal growth and shape future success. They teach values like teamwork and resilience that impact both personal and professional development. For parents, it’s a balancing act between supporting their child and trusting the coach’s role in building character. These shared experiences strengthen family bonds, while also preparing young athletes to navigate challenges both on and off the field. In this episode, I am joined by Dr.Jerry Lynch and Joh-n O'Sullivan, the authors of The Champion Sports Parent. We dive into the crucial role parents play in youth sports, the importance of allowing children to experience failure, and fostering their emotional and mental growth. We also cover / how self-awareness in parenting can help build healthier relationships with your kids while balancing support with the freedom for them to navigate their paths. Plus, they emphasize the significance of positive communication with coaches and creating an environment where children can truly thrive, both in sports and in life. So, are you ready to learn how to enhance your family dynamics through youth sports? Tune in now and discover how you can become a champion sports parent! Our Guests: John O'Sullivan is a TEDx speaker and founder of the Changing the Game Project, which he launched in 2012. He's the author of two bestselling books, Changing the Game and Every Moment Matters, and hosts the popular Way of Champions podcast. A former collegiate and professional soccer player with over 20 years of coaching experience, John has worked with top organizations like the US Olympic Committee and USA Soccer. He serves on advisory boards for the Positive Coaching Alliance and the National Association for Physical Literacy. Dr. Jerry Lynch is a former Nike-sponsored athlete and national champion who transformed his experience into a career coaching elite athletes. He has worked with NBA teams, Major League Soccer, and top universities like Duke and Stanford. Dr. Lynch, author of 15 books, founded the Way of Champions, a performance consulting group. Recognized as one of the top in his field, he focuses on leadership, culture building, and personal growth in sports and life. What You’ll Learn in this Episode: Key lessons from the book "The Champion Sports Parent" The importance of allowing children to experience failure The power of self-awareness and reflection in parenting How to balance discipline and enjoyment How to navigate pressure and expectations in youth sports The crucial role of trust and communication with coaches How sports can drive personal growth and family bonding Resources & Links John O'Sullivan and Jerry Lynch Website: https://changingthegameproject.com/ Website: www.wayofchampions.com Get the Book: The Champion Sports Parent Way of Champions Podcast on Apple Podcast Jerry’s LinkedIn John’s LinkedIn Ed Molitor LinkedIn:   / themolitorgroup   Website: https://www.themolitorgroup.com/ Timestamps [00:00:00] Introduction to the podcast [00:00:44] The impact of youth sports [00:01:42] Steve Kerr's quote on parenting [00:02:40] Experiencing failure [00:04:00] Navigating emotional growth [00:04:45] The role of spirituality in parenting [00:05:49] Learning from parenting mistakes [00:06:49] Embracing failure as a teacher [00:07:35] Yoga and parenting practice [00:09:00] Self-awareness in parenting [00:10:39] Intention in parenting [00:13:06] Reflecting on childhood sports memories [00:14:49] Learning from past mistakes [00:15:57] The importance of listening [00:17:45] The love behind parenting actions [00:18:43] Navigating discipline and commitment [00:19:53] Understanding goals in youth sports [00:21:21] Self-realization in sports [00:22:34] Parental pressure and perception [00:24:05] Confidence amidst competition [00:24:49] Universal issues in youth sports [00:26:23] The inner game of sports [00:27:11] Joy in parenting through sports [00:30:53] Conversations about the mental game [00:33:27] Competitive advantage beyond skills [00:35:08] Managing fear and anxiety in sports [00:38:08] Controlling outcomes and performance [00:40:12] Coaches as allies [00:41:21] Undermining trust [00:43:32] Learning from difficult situations [00:45:58] Sports as a microcosm [00:48:19] Loss of free play [00:49:31] Coaching certification event